Indigo Dyeing Workshop
Saturday, April 22 ( 4-6pm )
Indigo powder is a natural dye extracted from the leaves of the indigo plant. Learn about this organic pigment while you create distinctively patterned tea towels and paper. Then, give an item of your own an indigo makeover!
· brief history of indigo dyeing
· what makes indigo such a unique dye
· different techniques to create patterns
· how to dye on paper and fabric
You will receive a fabric swatch, one dish towel, and 3 pieces of paper to indigo dye.
Feel free to bring one of your own items to dye:
-Indigo dye works best on natural fibers like silk, wool, cotton, linen or hemp. If your item is made from synthetic fabric, it will result in a paler shade of blue. The item you plan to dye should be white or a light color.
Some ideas are a button-down shirt, t-shirt or tank, canvas tote bags, pillow case, and throw pillow cover. (Please avoid bringing items like curtains because they are too big for the vat.) Old items with stains are ideal, as the stains can be covered with dye!
This class is 2 hours long with a maximum of 6 participants.
(12 years and older.)
